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Here we have LottoNL-Jumbo rider Steven Kruijswijk’s stunning Bianchi Oltre XR4, resplendent in that classic celeste colourway that Bianchi is so well known for.

The Oltre XR4 is Bianchi’s dedicated aero bike offering, featuring an integrated fork and head tube.

Kruijswijk isn’t using an integrated bar and stem

Unlike other aero offerings such as the Specialized Venge ViAS or the Trek Madone, the stem and bars on the Oltre XR4 are separate units. While this won’t aid their stiffness, it will make it easier for the mechanics to work on.

Sitting beside that is Shimano’s dedicated climbing shifters, which should make going up the steep stuff more comfortable, as Kruijswijk won’t have to move from his preferred climbing position of on the tops.

Interestingly, Kruijswijk isn’t using Shimano’s most up-to-date Dura-Ace wheels, instead running their older C50 models. We’ll assume this is due to the supply of the new model. That said, they still have deep sections, meaning they’ll contribute to the bike’s overall aero and stiffness prowess nicely.